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Victoria Falls Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel in Victoria Falls with spa services and a coffee shop

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Aerial view
Game room
Fridge, microwave
Front of property
Standard Tent, Shared Bathroom

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Standard Tent, Shared Bathroom

Standard Tent, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Refrigerator
2 bathrooms
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Ensuite Room

Double Ensuite Room

Highlights

Refrigerator
Fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 107 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Refrigerator
Fan
Separate bedroom
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 107 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe

Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Refrigerator
Fan
5 bathrooms
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe

Mixed Dorm 1

Highlights

Refrigerator
Fan
5 bathrooms
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe

Mixed Dorm 3

Highlights

Refrigerator
Fan
5 bathrooms
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Ensuite Room

Twin Ensuite Room

Highlights

Refrigerator
Fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Map
357 Gibson Road, Victoria Falls

What's nearby

  • Victoria Falls National Park - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Devil's Pool - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Zambezi National Park - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Victoria Falls Bridge - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Victoria Falls Field Museum - 7 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

  • Victoria Falls (VFA) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Munali Coffee - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Boma - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Lookout Café - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Royal Livingstone Lounge - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Rainforest Cafe - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Victoria Falls Backpackers

Hostel near Victoria Falls
Consider a stay at Victoria Falls Backpackers and take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this hostel. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a body treatment, a facial, or a manicure/pedicure. The on-site international cuisine café, Bush Café, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare, and garden views. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as an arcade/game room and laundry facilities.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Luggage storage, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms at Victoria Falls Backpackers offer amenities such as safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers and toilet paper
  • Communal kitchens, refrigerators, and microwaves

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 4 to 10 for adults and USD 4 to 10 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bush Café

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 7 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • An effective city/local tax rate of 2.00 percent will be charged

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 4 to 10 for adults, and USD 4 to 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 15 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 15 (one-way), (from 2 to 11 years old)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property only accepts cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Victoria Falls Backpackers Lodge
Backpackers Lodge
Victoria Falls Backpackers
Victoria Falls Backpackers Hostel
Victoria Falls Backpackers Hotel Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls Backpackers Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Does Victoria Falls Backpackers have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Victoria Falls Backpackers?

As of Mar 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Victoria Falls Backpackers on Apr 3, 2025 start from CA $61.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Victoria Falls Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Victoria Falls Backpackers?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Victoria Falls Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Victoria Falls Backpackers?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Victoria Falls Backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 15 per person applies.

Where is Victoria Falls Backpackers located?

Situated in Victoria Falls, this hostel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Victoria Falls National Park and within 3 mi (5 km) of Victoria Falls and Zambezi National Park. Zambezi River and Devil's Pool are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Victoria Falls Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 79 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 79 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 79 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 79 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 79 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

SUNGHYUN

very beautiful place.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Brenda

Nice setting, very friendly competent staff.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Silvio

It was very nice!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked the typical colonial style camping atmosphere. The staff were attentive as possible and always helpful, polite and friendly, particularly the manager & chef.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Lovely location and facilities! Great customer service too. Bring drinking water though - or be prepared to boil it all and drop a chlorine tablet in
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

A jewel in Victoria Falls
It was awesome. They are doing a great job, from Enochs pick up at the airport, smiling and on time, to Blessing and Olli's continued help and professionalism at the front desk. Also the staff do a fantastic job keeping the place sparkling clean which can be hard to do in a hostel! We were very happy there and can recommend it wholeheartedly!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Soyoki

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Joel

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

SEBASTIEN

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

CLAUDE

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Mitsutaka

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Julian

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Sylvie

Personnel accueillant et donne info. Shuttle bus payant pour aller en ville ou bien la réception appelle un taxi.

10/10 Excellent

Elena

10/10 Excellent

isabelle

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracey-lee

Friendly staff that organized all my transfers and activities, easy to meet people but still have privacy...nice pool area and good breakfast. Walk to town about 2km, so not that far and there is a shop 1km away too for basics. Worked out better to pre book a pickup from the airport.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

8/10 Good

AURELIEN

C'est juste une étape pour voir les chutes victoria pour moi une nuit c'est largement suffisant. L'hôtel vous propose un transfert de 40$ jusqu'à Kasane. Mais j'ai trouvé à 30$ jusqu'à la frontière et si vous trouvez quelqu'un pour partager le taxi cela vous reviendra encore moins cher. pour faire les 8km jusqu'à kasane et non pas 25km comme le pretend la manager de la frontière a kazan J'aie payé 5$. Les chutes sont super belle pour prendre des superbe photo , visitez les chutes dans l'après midi
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Nice affordable place to stay
We had a wonderful time in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe and enjoyed our stay at the Victoria Falls backpackers lodge. They picked us up just like we scheduled and we felt very comfortable in their peaceful grounds and rustic rooms. Their outside pool and patio is very relaxing.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Very unique stay, enjoyed the ambiance of this hostel!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Janet, Strathroy, Ontario Canada

Our stay was very enjoyable. Customer service was really good as most our excursions were booked through hostel...we had everything booked prior to arrival. Buying groceries was not easy and they really get you on exchange for credit card (US cash not accepted). Pool was very refreshing as the 38 degree temp and no A/C was tough on us older folks and we finally caved after 3 nights and got a room with AC. I would of liked filter coffee just to get my day going. Overall if you are into hostels I would recommend this Backpackers
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Nice atmosphere, clean rooms, friendly staff in a pleasant quiet location on reasonable walking distance from the town centre.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service
Beware of booking transportation with this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019